Demi Moore joined the cast of Landman, the Taylor Sheridan drama show on Paramount+, when it premiered in November last year.
Her inclusion and involvement in the series came at an interesting phase in her career. The actress was experiencing a crucial career comeback. The credit for this goes to her award-winning performance in the body horror movie The Substance.
However, many audiences found themselves wondering about her inclusion in the show. Despite being part of the seasoned ensemble, Moore's character seemed to barely show up during the first season.
Therefore, her limited involvement raised questions among fans about her actual role in the series. Moore portrays Cami Miller, the wife of oil tycoon Monty Miller, portrayed by Jon Hamm.
While her name appeared in the credits, her screen time was surprisingly limited. The performer herself acknowledged this eccentric situation with honesty and a sense of humor. She also joked about being like Where's Waldo in Landman Season 1.
Why was Cami Miller barely visible in Landman Season 1?
The limited appearance of Moore's character was actually intentional. From her initial conversations with executive producer Taylor Sheridan, the plan was very specific.
Cami needed a gentle step in the starting. The character was introduced as Monty's faithful wife and life partner. They had been together since college, sharing years of history. The series presented her as a socialite living in luxury while her husband ran the M-Tex Oil firm.
This subtle introduction served a crucial purpose for the overall story.
Landman creators wanted to set Cami as a background figure before giving her a new spotlight. She appeared in sequences showing the wealthy lifestyle of oil company leaders. Her character wore designer clothes and lived in Luxury. But she stayed away from professional matters during the first season. This approach set up expectations that would later be dramatically overtuned.
What changed at the end of Season 1?
Everything transformed during the finale of the first season. Monty Miller was hospitalized and eventually closed his eyes in what appeared to be his last moment. The death of this huge character marked Jon Hamm's departure from the Landman series. Some audiences hoped this might be a cliffhanger with the potential for his comeback. However, Hamm confirmed he was exiting the show. He featured in another series, Your Friends and Neighbours, on Apple TV, which confirmed his exit is forever.
How does Season 2 change things for Moore?
The second season of Landman brings a complete transformation for Cami Miller. Moore promised that her character's narrative "gets juicy" and "starts off with a bang."
The performer filmed a compelling scene on her first day of appearance. Cami addresses a room full of skeptical bankers and oil executives. As the new owner of M-Tex, she confronts those who do not believe in her abilities. This speech concludes with an unforgettable ending, where she narrates how they can enjoy their lunch because she has paid for it with their wealth.
More described this as a crucial moment for her character. Cami displays that she will not be intimidated or left aside. The season explores her dealing with grief over losing her husband while simultaneously learning to take over a major oil company. She also discovers that Monty had financial issues. The blend creates a lot of drama for the character in Landman.